90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 vs Pirelli Angel GT — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SportSmart MK3 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Pirelli Angel GT if wet matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart MK3 | Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Angel GT leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart MK3 | Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart MK3 | Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart MK3 | Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 79 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart MK3 | Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 76 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SportSmart MK3 | Pirelli Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 90 | 80 |
| Dry | 90 | 83 |
| Wet | 73 | 81 |
| Comfort | 100 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 100 | 79 |
| Handling | 93 | 76 |
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90
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop SportSmart MK3 is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in aggressive road riding conditions. While users praise its longevity and exceptional grip once at operating temperature, there are noted limitations regarding its performance in cold or suboptimal road surfaces.
Pros
- Excellent grip levels when tires are at operating temperature
- Impressive tread longevity for a sport-oriented tire
- Highly capable performance for spirited road riding
Cons
- Reduced traction in cold weather conditions
- Noticeable loss of grip on dirty or compromised road surfaces
Observations
- Performance characteristics are highly optimized for dry, warm-weather road racing environments.
The Pirelli Angel GT is widely regarded as a high-performance sport-touring tire that excels in wet conditions and provides significant rider confidence. While many users praise its longevity and grip, performance can vary significantly depending on the motorcycle's weight and the specific 'A' specification requirements for heavier touring bikes.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather performance and grip
- High level of rider confidence and feedback
- Strong longevity for many sport-touring applications
- Stable handling for loaded, two-up touring
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear on specific motorcycle models
- Potential for handling degradation as the front tire wears
- Specific 'A' spec requirement is critical for heavy bikes to avoid premature shoulder wear
- Some users report a 'flat' or 'tame' handling profile compared to stock tires
Observations
- Heavy sport-touring motorcycles like the FJR1300 require the 'A' specification to prevent premature shoulder wear.
- Users on lighter sport bikes report excellent performance, though some note a loss of 'lively' handling compared to stock rubber.
- Front tire wear patterns on certain VFR models can lead to under-steering and reduced confidence as the tire reaches the end of its life.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SportSmart MK3 | B · Pirelli Angel GT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
90
/ 100
Dunlop
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Dunlop SportSmart MK3 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Pirelli Angel GT if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 scores 100 vs 79 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 scores 100 vs 83 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 scores 93 vs 76 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Angel GT scores 81 vs 73 on wet.
Tire A · Dunlop SportSmart MK3
Tire B · Pirelli Angel GT
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.